Croup
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Croup is a respiratory infection common in childhood that inflames the upper airway, especially the larynx and trachea. It is recognized by a distinctive cough, similar to a bark.
Common symptoms:
- Dry cough with a sound similar to a bark
- Hoarse voice and, at times, noisy breathing
- Symptoms that tend to worsen at night
When to see a doctor? If the child has difficulty breathing, marked noise when inhaling, or a bluish color, immediate care is needed.
Which specialist treats it? Croup is evaluated by the pediatrician, and in respiratory cases by the pediatric pulmonologist, with support from emergency services when there is breathing difficulty. If you have questions about your child's breathing, the most prudent thing is to consult promptly.
Data on 1,972 doctors who treat croup
Which specialist treats croup?
Croup in children is usually managed by a pediatrician or general practitioner, and in more complex cases a pediatric pulmonologist, neonatologist, or allergist may be involved. You can book with these specialists if your child has a barking cough, hoarseness, or trouble breathing. Prompt evaluation helps rule out complications.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in croup
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Sarish del Real
Dr. Eduardo Guardiola García
Dr. Juan Rivas Najera
Dr. Benjamín Cantú López
Dr. Mario Alfonso Saenz Salinas
Dr. Rafael Regalado Salinas
Frequently asked questions
What is croup?
Croup is a respiratory infection common in childhood that inflames the upper airway, especially the larynx and trachea. It is recognized by a distinctive cough, similar to a bark.
Which doctor treats croup?
Croup in children is usually managed by a pediatrician or general practitioner, and in more complex cases a pediatric pulmonologist, neonatologist, or allergist may be involved. You can book with these specialists if your child has a barking cough, hoarseness, or trouble breathing. Prompt evaluation helps rule out complications.